Keeping Your Eyes Healthy in Your 40sYour 40s are often a busy time. Some people may be juggling the demands of a career and raising a family. But don’t let your eye health take a backseat. Paying attention to vision changes now may help prevent future problems. You might notice a few changes during your 40s. For example, even people who have had 20-20 vision may find themselves having trouble seeing. Presbyopia, which is a worsening of close up vision, often starts to develop sometime after 40. Presbyopia likely occurs due to a gradual hardening and loss of elasticity of the lens. Another issue you may develop as you age is dry eyes. Although dry eyes can occur at any age, it may be more common in your 40s. Women may especially be at risk due to hormonal changes associated with menopause. What Can You Do to Protect Your Eyes & Vision?
Keeping Your Eyes Healthy in Your 50sWhile 50 may be the new 30, you may still notice some changes in the way your eyes function. As you move through mid-life, you may notice presbyopia (worsening of close up vision) may get worse. In fact, you might need stronger near-vision lenses. Some people also notice a decrease in night vision, which may occur due to the aging photoreceptors in the eyes. Certain diseases that are more common in middle age, such as high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, might also affect eye health. What Can You Do to Protect Your Eyes & Vision?
Keeping Your Eyes Healthy in Your 60s & BeyondYour 60s may bring changes, such as retirement and new adventures. Whatever you decide to do, you want your vision and eye health to be top notch. It’s essential to be aware of the warning signs of vision problems, such as age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma. Talk to your ophthalmologist about any unusual symptoms you have, such as decreased central vision, increased sensitivity to glare, and blurry vision. What Can You Do to Protect Your Eyes & Vision?
Regardless of your age, you want to feel and be at your best, and that includes your eyes and vision. But as you get older, you have an increasing risk of developing certain vision problems. Knowing your risks, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, getting regular eye exams, and protecting your eyes from injuries and the sun is a good start. Taking care of your eye health is one more thing you can do to live long and prosper.
If you have any questions about your current eye condition, maintaining your eye health, or seeing an ophthalmologist, please call at 508-746-8600 to schedule an appointment. In our next post for Healthy Aging Month, we’ll look at “Recognizing Age-Related Eye Problems Early”. We hope you’ll join us there! Comments are closed.
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